In 2005, Joseph O'Callaghan's testimony helped convict two drug-dealing gangsters for murder, and he became the youngest person ever to enter the Witness Protection Programme in Ireland.Now, as the men he put away agitate for release, he tells his extraordinary life story in his own words for the first time.Following the publication of Nicola Tallant’s best-selling book The Witness, The Witness: In His Own Words is an ambitious and powerful documentary podcast series produced by the team behind The Stand with Eamon Dunphy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Joey and his mother, Mary, prepare to meet the parole board for the first time..Please be aware that there are references in this podcast to violence,...
Joey's mother, Mary, tells her side of the story.Please be aware that there are references in this podcast to violence, sexual abuse and suicidal thou...
Joey writes to the parole board, and receives a letter from an old friend.Please be aware that there are references in this podcast to violence, sexua...
Struggling with the effects of everything he's gone through, Joey has to leave his family behind and make a new life for himself.Please be aware that ...
Joey gives evidence.Please be aware that there are references in this podcast to violence, sexual abuse and suicidal thoughts. If you are negatively a...
Brian is more violent and controlling than ever, and Joey resolves to find a way out.Please be aware that there are references in this podcast to viol...
Joey witnesses something that shakes him to his core.Please be aware that there are references in this podcast to violence, sexual abuse and suicidal ...
A violent new gang emerges, and Joey stands up to Brian.Please be aware that there are references in this podcast to violence, sexual abuse and suicid...
After a brush with the law, Brian and Joey meet with one of the most notorious criminals in the city.Please be aware that there are references in this...